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Highlights
City Highlights
Day 1 Basel (Embarkation): onboard welcome reception
Day 2 Breisach. Excursion to Black Forest: choice of excursion to Black Forest, or guided tour in Colmar
Day 3 Strasbourg: guided sightseeing, visit La Petite France district and the gothic cathedral
Day 4 Excursion to Heidelberg. Mainz: guided tour of Heidelberg Castle, see the Great Vat; visit the Gutenberg Museum in Mainz
Day 5 Rüdesheim–Rhine Gorge–Koblenz: visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum in Rüdesheim; special treat; scenic cruise through the Rhine Gorge; guided walk in Koblenz
Day 6 Cologne: choice of “Cologne Highlights” walking tour, or Jewish Heritage walking tour
Day 7 Amsterdam: canal cruise
Day 8 Amsterdam (Disembarkation)–Paris, France: travel to Paris by high-speed train
Day 9 Paris: guided sightseeing, Seine river cruise
Day 10 Paris: full day at leisure
Day 11 Paris–London, England: travel to London by high-speed train (Standard class)
Day 12 London: guided sightseeing, visit St. Paul’s Cathedral (except on Sundays)
Day 13 London: full day at leisure
Day 14 London: your vacation ends with morning
Notes
In the event of water level problems or any problems of a technical nature, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or to alter the program.Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change is necessary, a substitute will be offered.Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
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Itinerary
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland. You’ll sail to Breisach, your starting point for an excursion to Black Forest or a visit to Gouda. Then venture on to Strasbourg, France, to see its gothic cathedral with stunning murals and stained-glass.
Sail to Ludwigshafen for an excursion to Heidelberg Castle, or join your Avalon Adventure Host® for a hike up Philosophers’ Way. You’ll also visit the Gutenberg museum for amazing history of early pioneers of print. You’ll visit Koblenz and Cologne, and arrive in Amsterdam for a guided canal cruise through the colorful city.
Transfer by high-speed train to Paris to start your Monograms vacation package with 3 nights in “The City of Lights”. Enjoy a VIP sightseeing with an expert guide,drive past the Latin Quarter, Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, the Arc de Triomphe, and join a Seine river cruise. You’ll enjoy guided VIP sightseeing in England’s most famous destination, as well as free time to really get to know the city. Sightseeing includes Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, and St. Paul’s Cathedral. Your Monograms vacation package includes helpful onsite support from your expert Local Hosts® both in Paris & London. Your scenic river cruise on the Romantic Rhine River, and complete vacation package in Paris and London are the perfect combination to unlock a guided European vacation of a lifetime. 
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- BASEL, SWITZERLAND (EMBARKATION)
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- BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO THE BLACK FOREST
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- STRASBOURG, FRANCE
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- LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO HEIDELBERG
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- RÜDESHEIM—RHINE GORGE
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- COLOGNE
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- AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
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- AMSTERDAM (DISEMBARKATION)—PARIS, FRANCE
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- PARIS
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- PARIS
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- PARIS—LONDON, ENGLAND
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- LONDON
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- LONDON
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- LONDON
Visited Countries: England, France, Germany, Netherlands, Switzerland
Visited cities: Amsterdam, Basel, Cologne, Gouda, Heidelberg, Koblenz, London, Paris, Strasbourg
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Summary
The Avalon Vista's two full decks of suites feature Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony<sup>SM</sup>. Enjoy fresh breezes and enchanting scenery from the comfort of your suite. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites<sup>SM</sup> are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the incomparable opportunity to wake each morning facing the splendid passing scenery. Onboard amenities include a Fitness Center,complimentary computer use in public areas and Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful Sky Bistro.
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Tour Variations
Romantic Rhine – Southbound (8 Days)
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany—and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! This magnificent river cruise begins in the ever popular, modern city of Amst...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine – Northbound (8 Days)
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland! Board your vessel in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, located at t...
Next Departure: 07-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Lucerne, 2 Nights Paris & 2 Nights London – Northbound (14 Days)
You’ll start your European vacation tour with a visit to Lucerne, Switzerland. Your Monograms® Local Host® is on hand to assist you with sightseeing, free-time recommendations, and any other assistance you need during your 2-night stay in Lucerne. Enjoy a...
Next Departure: 12-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 5,378.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Lucerne – Southbound (10 Days)
Your 10-day European river cruise vacation includes stays in Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland—embarking from Amsterdam. Before sailing down the Rhine River, you’ll enjoy a guided canal cruise through the Netherlands’ colorful capital city of Amst...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Lucerne – Northbound (10 Days)
You’ll start your European vacation tour with a visit to gorgeous Lucerne, Switzerland. With services provided by Monograms®, you’ll have a Local Host® to arrange your sightseeing, free-time recommendations, and any other assistance you need during your 2...
Next Departure: 12-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights Paris & 2 Nights London – Northbound (12 Days)
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland. You’ll sail to Breisach, your starting point for an excursion to Black Forest or a visit to Goud...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 4,399.00
Romantic Rhine (Southbound) (8 Days)
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which takes you across Germany—and touches in Holland, France, and Switzerland! This magnificent river cruise begins in the ever popular, modern city of Amste...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Southbound) (10 Days)
Your 10-day river cruise vacation includes stays in Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland—all beginning with your Avalon scenic river cruise embarking from Amsterdam. Before sailing down the Rhine River, you’ll enjoy a guided canal cruise through the ...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine (Northbound) (8 Days)
One of Europe’s most legendary rivers awaits you on this exciting journey along the Rhine River, which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland! Board your vessel in Basel, Switzerland, then head for Breisach, Germany, located at th...
Next Departure: 07-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 2,699.00
Romantic Rhine with 3 Nights in Paris & 3 Nights in London (Northbound) (14 Days)
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland. You’ll sail to Breisach, your starting point for an excursion to Black Forest. Then venture on t...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 4,762.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne, 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in London (Northbound) (14 Days)
You’ll start your European vacation tour with a visit to Lucerne, Switzerland. Your Monograms® Local Host® is on hand to assist you with sightseeing, free-time recommendations, and any other assistance you need during your 2-night stay in Lucerne. Enjoy a...
Next Departure: 12-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 5,378.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne (Northbound) (10 Days)
You’ll start your European vacation tour with a visit to gorgeous Lucerne, Switzerland. With services provided by Monograms®, you’ll have a Local Host® to arrange your sightseeing, free-time recommendations, and any other assistance you need during your 2...
Next Departure: 12-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 3,720.00
Romantic Rhine with 2 Nights in Paris & 2 Nights in London (Northbound) (12 Days)
Your stunning river cruise on the Rhine will commence in Basel, for an amazing vacation which begins in Switzerland and stops in France, Germany, and Holland. You’ll sail to Breisach, your starting point for an excursion to Black Forest. Then venture on t...
Next Departure: 14-Dec-2019
Starting at: USD 4,399.00
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